Pennsylvania Trucking Jobs

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The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is known for its variety and quality of agricultural production, and its economy is the sixth largest in the nation. It has more than 2,300 food processing plants and the fifth largest state highway system in the country. It leads all other states in the production of pretzels and potato chips, and is the center of the United States chocolate industry in Hershey, PA. If you’re ready to hit the roads in Pennsylvania, contact prospective employers by using our job listings!

Many products produced in Pennsylvania need to be hauled to states throughout the nation, making Pennsylvania an ideal place to enjoy your trucking career. Three types of trucking jobs are common in the state, as is true elsewhere in the nation. OTR (Over The Road) trucking jobs are the most numerous, and involve carrying goods and commodities long distances and crossing several state boundaries to deliver one’s cargo. A desire to see the United States in all its variety can fuel as desire to be an OTR trucker. OTR truckers typically pass through different climates and weather patterns, as well as differing topography, and they experience different cultures and foods as part of performing their jobs. A sense of adventure and openness to new experiences could lead someone to select a career in Over The Road Trucking.

OTR and Regional Jobs in Pennsylvania

Regional trucking jobs keep you closer to your home base, although they still provide good opportunity to see different regions and enjoy different cultures. Some regional trucking jobs are regular routes, with regular stops, while other jobs have routes that vary each week. Truckers with regional jobs get home more frequently than OTR truckers, usually every few days, or weekly. They can be good for individuals who want to stay closer to home yet still enjoy good variety in their everyday activities.

Local trucking jobs have the shortest traveling radii and allow you to stay the closest to home. They may involve driving in a metropolitan area, or a particular city, although it is still possible to cross state lines as part of the job. Local jobs make it possible for the driver to go home most days, making it a well suited career for someone with a young family or other family obligations.

To be eligible for a CDL in Pennsylvania, you must first apply for a CDL learner’s permit. This will permit you to practice on the type of vehicle: Class A, Class B, or Class C, you expect to be driving. You will need to take knowledge and skills tests, and pass a vision exam. You will also need to supply a completed Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

What are the Requirements for Driving in Pennsylvania?

You must be 18 years of age to qualify for a CDL that will enable you to drive intrastate. To be eligible to drive interstate, you must be 21 years of age. Other requirements are listed above. Most individuals who wish to apply for a CDL attend professional driving school as part of their preparation for the required exams. These schools can prepare you for your CDL in as few as four weeks, making driving a great career choice for anyone looking to be able to move into a well-paying job rapidly.

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The Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association represents the interests of the various factions within the trucking industry, promoting their welfare through education, training, involvement in legislative processes, and public relations. One of its many activities during this past year has been the sponsoring of a safe driving competition for youths. It also offers commercial motor vehicle inspection and out of service awareness training for its members.

Benefits for Truckers in Pennsylvania

There are numerous benefits of a truck driving career to be enjoyed, benefits coming both from your employer, and the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association. Salaries are good, with the median annual pay in Pennsylvania being $40,800, compared to the US average of $38.700. Certain types of truck drivers stand to earn considerably more. And because truck drivers are in high demand, employers tend to offer excellent benefit packages. Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage are pretty standard. Paid vacations and paid holidays are also frequent perks, as are 401k retirement plans to which the employer may contribute a certain maximum percentage. Military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave are also common. Employer-paid disability and life insurance plans also abound. And some companies offer perks such as Employee Assistance programs, and Wellness programs.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can be a great state in which to launch your truck driving career! Begin by looking into it now. Contact some of the schools listed below for more information!

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If you don't currently have your Class A CDL, visit our list of Truck Driving Schools in Pennsylvania for more information.